Upcoming Referendum
Hi Em Can we have an episode or in AMA, a rundown of the pros and cons of both Yes and No votes for the upcoming referendum. You are a fabulous ally for the firsts nations people and I have heard conflicting information about it being good and bad for them. perhaps you can have a guest who could explain things.
Dirty little secret
So! I've been in a relationship with my partner for 3 years (hi, gay!) and things have been going along well. However, for all of those three years I have been hidden from the view of his friends and family - in fact they don't even know I exist! I'm now in my 30's (he is mid-30's) and there is no sign that he will pluck up the courage to tell those closest to him about me anytime soon. I feel like his dirty little secret. Should I call it now, or do I keep waiting? The guilt of wanting him to speed-up the 'coming-out' process is enough, but the impact that this is having is also significant. Thank you for making such a fabulous and inclusive poddie x
Update from the confused lesbian
Hi Em and Michael, thank you for your advice on AMA. I went out again with this same woman (and yes, she is 1000% gay) and we got talking about relationships and what we both want from one. We both want exactly the same thing, so I casually said that we should date each other but in a serious way, no laughter after it. She said that friends can't date friends because it will ruin the friendship and went on to tell em that I am beautful and will find someone one day. So I guess I know now, it is a friendzone situation. Just wanted to update you. I will focus on a massive trip I have coming up in a few weeks time, then maybe go online dating after that (but probably won't because it really is awful). From a now less confused lesbian who's a little bit sad.
Neurodiverse 4 year old
Hey Emsolation fam, my beautiful girl is 4yo and has been recently diagnosed with High-functioning ASD and ADHD. We have always known she has a magic brain but now she is starting to notice her differences and asking why she is different to her friends. I have told her that she has a magic brain that thinks differently to others. Any other suggestions on how to explain her diagnosis to her curious little mind? Thanks fam